
Reviews

It’s strange to think that Comeback Kid started out as a mere side project, only to become its members’ main concern after their second record won them both critical acclaim and legions of new fans. That record, 2005’s ‘Wake The Dead’, was like a knife of hardcore authenticity cutting through so much MySpace-era posturing, and tonight, they’ve returned to London to play it Continue Reading

Finally, the Easter weekend has arrived! it’s taken its own sweet time this year, and it probably won’t surprise you that here, at Punktuation Towers, we’re desperately in need of a quality punk/rock n’ roll gig to help us unwind. Pretty handy, then, that Shake Some Acton have got us covered - cheers, Mannie!Continue Reading

From Northampton, UK, Liliths Army are a trio band best known for touring, including in the US. Their music is a mix of lo-fi punk, grunge, and metal, with it also being reminded of bands like Nirvana, L7, and Lush. This their third album 'Doll' was released on 28th March. What an incredible album to listen to! So heavy and raw, very authentic, lots of emotion and Continue Reading

Yes, for the umpteenth time, the Supersuckers are still going! Cynics might say that’s because the veteran Seattle rock n’ roll trio have no plan B in life, but please direct any such folks to the band’s new single, ‘Maybe I’m Just Messin’ With You’. It’s vintage ‘Suckers, and why should the band call it a day when they’re still on such fine form?Continue Reading

Designed to truly tell the tale of The Chords UK, ‘But Then Again’ is an ambitious and inventive collection, featuring new and previously unreleased tracks, remastered / remixed / remade versions of favourites, unashamedly obscure B-sides, and even live recordings. Chris Pope and The Chords UK have unlocked a veritable treasure trove of music with ‘But Then Again: The Best Continue Reading

We’ve just passed the 31st anniversary of Kurt Cobain’s death, and it’s safe to say that the much-missed Nirvana frontman would approve heartily of tonight’s bill of noise-mongers at the New Cross Inn. After all, in terms of influences, the four bands are mining the likes of ‘Scentless Apprentice’ infinitely more than a certain deodorant-inspired hit single. Plus, only a Continue Reading

A killer lineup, coastal views, historic setting and one stage of pure punk energy delivering another unforgettable weekend of music, mates, and mayhem - Scarborough Punk Festival 2025!Continue Reading

It’s skate punk, Jim, but not as we know it. In truth, to saddle Dutch Nuggets with that tag would be to sell them short - they’re too inventive and too downright odd to be written off as mere bit-players on the soundtrack of the latest incarnation of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. Continue Reading

Ever wonder how London became one of the most popular punk bands in history? Well then, this book is for you! Inside, you'll find all of the information you want and need, plus much more! Author John Van Der Kiste named the after the band's debut single ‘Everyone’s A Winner’. It’s an interesting, exciting, shocking, and overall fun book to read.Continue Reading

Ah, spring is in the air, and we’ve been bathed in sunshine all week, so what better way to celebrate than to cram ourselves into murky Camden pub/goth haunt/institution The Dev for an evening of of metal-tinged crust/hardcore thrills? Oh, and did we mention that it’s free entry?Continue Reading


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